Franchisee T.G.J. & Co. Inc. was the previous owner of 19 restaurants.

Drive-in chain’s new value offering is answer to industry-wide slowdown in traffic.

A new store in Michigan is the launch site.

New menu option removes batter and bread for a new flavor.

Devin Cole has been appointed chief strategy and commercial officer.

The $1.5 billion market has attracted Tyson, Martha Stewart and Kroger.

Make way for bison, grass-fed beef and brioche buns, says Mintel.

Hometown favorites and ethnic dishes are tempting diners.

Rick Reams doesn’t rush to produce his premium products.

He previously was VP of global staffing at Starbucks.